Oscar as a Male Name
Oscar is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Oscar for a boy get a name with a clear Irish/Gaelic or Old English/Norse heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Oscar means “deer friend; or god-spear” and is of Irish/Gaelic or Old English/Norse origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Oskar, Oscur, Osgar.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Oscar across all genders, see the complete Oscar name meaning.
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Is Oscar a boy's name?+
Oscar is most commonly a boy's name. It means “deer friend; or god-spear” and is of Irish/Gaelic or Old English/Norse origin.
What does Oscar mean?+
Oscar means “deer friend; or god-spear” and originates from Irish/Gaelic or Old English/Norse.